Indonesian · Food & Drink
air
Water
Beginnernoun
Definition
The clear liquid essential for life.
Example
Minta segelas air putih.
A glass of water, please.
Etymology
'Air' comes from the Malay word for 'water,' which has retained its meaning in various dialects of Indonesian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Air' is universally used in both spoken and written forms, relevant in everyday communication in all regions of Indonesia.